Ref. #DCE4E9 · DE5819
Pearl City
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pearl City Technical Profile
What color is Pearl City? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #DCE4E9. Colors similar to Pearl City include Vista Paint Cool Sky, PPG Elusive Blue, PPG First Frost. Pearl City has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 77, Pearl City reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Pearl City
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pearl City
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pearl City
#DCE4E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pearl City
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pearl City Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Pearl City.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pearl City — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pearl City have?
Pearl City by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Pearl City from other brands?
The closest matches are Cool Sky by Vista Paint (#DCE4EA), Elusive Blue by PPG (#DDE4E8), First Frost by PPG (#DAE3E9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pearl City?
Pearl City has an LRV of 76.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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